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cherry-pick

cher·ry-pick (past and past participle cher·ry-picked, present participle cher·ry-pick·ing, 3rd person present singular cher·ry-picks)


transitive and intransitive verb 
Definition:
 
1. select only best: to select only the most lucrative or profitable opportunities, especially in business

2. select only what you like: to sift through, e.g., evidence or options, selecting only what you like or what supports your strategy, plans, or preconceived notions ( disapproving )

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